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Mid-Century Modern Sofas

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Bamboo Sofa, Made in Italy
Vintage Bamboo Sofa, Made in Italy

Vintage Bamboo Sofa, Made in Italy

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1960s. It is made in bamboo. This sofa is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition a...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bamboo

Restored Czechoslovak Modular Sofa by Interier Praha, 1960s
Restored Czechoslovak Modular Sofa by Interier Praha, 1960s

Restored Czechoslovak Modular Sofa by Interier Praha, 1960s

Located in Żory, PL

Versatile modular sofa produced by Interier Praha in Czechoslovakia around 1970. The design combines a long mahogany veneered platform with minimalist black steel supports. Thanks to...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede
Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede

Raphael Raffel Designed Cognac Leather Croissant Sofa in Suede

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a 1970's, made-to-order, suede upholstered, Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris. Design is attributed to the famous Raphael Raffel (1912-2000). Raffel, who trained at the École d...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Suede

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s

By Minotti, Gigi Radice

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with a solid wood frame, upholstered in original jacquard fabric, and gold-plated brass legs. We recommend replacing the worn upholster...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s

Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s

By Viggo Boesen

Located in High Point, NC

A moulded bamboo and rattan sofa attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.25"H x 67.75"W x 30.0"D Seat Height (inches): 15.0" A...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Mid-Century Three Seats Velvet Yellow Sofa, in the style of Gio Ponti
Mid-Century Three Seats Velvet Yellow Sofa, in the style of Gio Ponti

Mid-Century Three Seats Velvet Yellow Sofa, in the style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

1950s Vintage Three Seats Velvet Yellow Sofa, ISA Bergamo Living Room Three Seat Seats Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti. manufactured by Isa Bergamo in the 1950s. This stunning and u...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Grey
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Grey

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Grey

By Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Curve module Measures: W. 125 cm / D. 96 cm / H. 70 cm / Seat Height 42 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.
American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c. A large custom made sofa dressed in a tropical printed fabric. Having three removable seat cushions. Fabric, ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast. The exoskeleton of the base supports a...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Reupholstered Yugoslavian Mid-century Modern Teak Daybed
Reupholstered Yugoslavian Mid-century Modern Teak Daybed

Reupholstered Yugoslavian Mid-century Modern Teak Daybed

Located in Medina, OH

Yugoslavian Mid-century modern teak daybed refinished and reupholstered in a Crypton gray tweed from Greenhouse Fabrics. This piece is in perfect condition and is ready to be an addi...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Italian Sofa in Brown Leather Maralunga  , 1970's
Vintage Italian Sofa in Brown Leather Maralunga  , 1970's

Vintage Italian Sofa in Brown Leather Maralunga , 1970's

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Milano, IT

Vico Magistretti Maralunga 3 seater leather sofa, produced by Cassina. Dark brown leather. With tree adjustable backrests for variable sitting positions. This piece was one of two id...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed
'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed

'Mole' Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues for OCA Brazil, 1960s, Signed

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare signed example of the 'Mole' sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, produced by OCA Brazil in the 1960s (see image gallery for a photo of the OCA stamp). This Mole sofa has an expansive am...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

1960 Kho Liang Ie Model 070 Corner Sofa Set with Marble Side Table for Artifort
1960 Kho Liang Ie Model 070 Corner Sofa Set with Marble Side Table for Artifort

1960 Kho Liang Ie Model 070 Corner Sofa Set with Marble Side Table for Artifort

By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Awesome 'Model 070' corner sofa set with daybed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s. Kho Liang Ie was born in 1927 in Magelang, Dutch East Indies. After Indonesia's independence in 1...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Marble, Metal

Gaetano Pesce Tramonto A New York Sofa For Cassina
Gaetano Pesce Tramonto A New York Sofa For Cassina

Gaetano Pesce Tramonto A New York Sofa For Cassina

By Gaetano Pesce

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Gaetano Pesce Tramonto A New York Sofa For Cassina A 20th century design icon, symbol of the vitality, innovation and creativity of Italian design and one of its masters, Gaetano Pe...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal
Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal

Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Karlstad, SE

Rare sofa by Torbjørn Afdal model "Studio Open", designed in 1965. This sofa consists of a rosewood frame with down-filled cushions in black leather. The sofa has beautiful details...

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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet 'Unicorn" Sofa Model U522, 1960s
Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet 'Unicorn" Sofa Model U522, 1960s

Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet 'Unicorn" Sofa Model U522, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Germantown, MD

A Iconic Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet Upholstered Cast Aluminum 'Unicorn' Sofa, Model U522, Introduced 1960, Late 1960'S. Vladimir Kagan was an American furniture d...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s
Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s

Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s

By Paul Frankl

Located in Rome, IT

Pretzel corner rattan sofa designed in the manner of Paul Frankl. This unique sofa features a bent rattan base with four-strand square pretzel arms and it is a solid single curved ra...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Flat Bar Settee Loveseat Sofa
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Flat Bar Settee Loveseat Sofa

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Flat Bar Settee Loveseat Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Flat Bar Settee Loveseat Sofa. Item features a sleek polished chrome frame with blue upholstered seat and armrests. Does not com...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for FH Outdoor
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for FH Outdoor

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for FH Outdoor

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Glendale, CA

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and honey yellow fabric for FH Outdoor Fritz Hansen's outdoor collection (originally Skagerak) emphasizes sustainability by using responsib...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll
Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll

Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Bensalem, PA

Original Knoll 3 seater Barber This was acquired by the original owner and has minimal to no wear was in an office of a upscale estate.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT!
New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT!

New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT!

By Ficks Reed, McGuire

Located in Rockaway, NJ

New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT! sofa dimensions: 32" x 64" x 33" lounge chair dimensions: 32" x 27" x 33"

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Rattan, Linen, Bamboo

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman
Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of vintage 1970's chrome framed cantilevered loveseat sofas in the style of Milo Baughman and similar to seating groups of the period by Selig and Bernhardt's Flair division. T...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa
Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare find, the Tangent sofa with an open chaise feature by Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Sofa for Preview is an exquisite addition to any mid-century modern collection. This sofa bo...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Milo Baughman Kelly Wearstler Coquette Alabaster & Black Tuxedo Sofa
Milo Baughman Kelly Wearstler Coquette Alabaster & Black Tuxedo Sofa

Milo Baughman Kelly Wearstler Coquette Alabaster & Black Tuxedo Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a bold marriage of iconic design and modern artistry, a vintage Milo Baughman sofa reupholstered in Kelly Wearstler’s Modern Coquette fabric in Alabaster...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s
Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

By Studio BBPR, Augusto Romano

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s. Requires reupholstery. We can upholster in COM - please enquire. Fast shipping worldwide.   

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s
Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s

Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

As new materials like plastic, foam, and fibreglass revolutionised the production process in the postwar period, Scandinavian designers still valued craft over industrialisation. Thi...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa
Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa

Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa

By Otmar, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Raleigh, NC

Exceptional mid-century modern gondola sofa by celebrated designer Josef Otmar, featuring his signature flowing lines and masterful woodworking. This stunning piece showcases the sc...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Delicate Italian Sofa in Patterned Yellow Upholstery
Delicate Italian Sofa in Patterned Yellow Upholstery

Delicate Italian Sofa in Patterned Yellow Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, brass, metal, fabric, Italy, 1950s This sofa was designed in Italy and shows similarities with the designs of Gigi Radice. The sofa is comfortable and has playful details. Th...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Metal

Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric
Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric

Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Harvey Probber

Located in Berlin, DE

Hard to believe, that this art piece is completely hand embroidered by master artisans in India. The superb color combination of sky blue cotton thread on the deep red silk velvet ba...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Wood

Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958
Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958

Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958

By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso

Located in Oirlo, LI

Stunning so-called ‘Lara’ sofa, designed by Roberto Pamio, Noti Massari, and Renato Toso and manufactured by Stilwood, Italy, 1958. This beautiful puzzle-shaped sofa has a striking ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored
1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in Velvet fabric - Sturdy and stable

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and green fabric sofa,  designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear to rattan consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall Dimension...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman
Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman

Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman

By Overman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural looking sofa from the 1970s. It features original upholstery and chrome-plated steel legs.

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Malitte Seating System by Roberto Matta Paradisoterrestre Edition
Malitte Seating System by Roberto Matta Paradisoterrestre Edition

Malitte Seating System by Roberto Matta Paradisoterrestre Edition

By Roberto Matta, Paradisoterrestre

Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT

Designed in 1966 - Paradisoterrestre Edition 2019 Materials: polyurethane foam; slightly elastic fabric Pugi RG. Upholstery available in different fabrics and colours. Please note ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Mid-Century Modern Style Curved Velvet Sofa with Ribbed Base, c. 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Style Curved Velvet Sofa with Ribbed Base, c. 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Style Curved Velvet Sofa with Ribbed Base, c. 1970s

By JLC

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional, vintage-style three-seater sofa, embodies the sophisticated glamour of Art Deco-revival design popular in the 1970s. Upholstered in a rich, luxurious performance ve...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

De Sede DS 600 Sofa Snake by Ueli Berger chocolate Leather - 21 Elements
De Sede DS 600 Sofa Snake by Ueli Berger chocolate Leather - 21 Elements

De Sede DS 600 Sofa Snake by Ueli Berger chocolate Leather - 21 Elements

Legendary De Sede endless Sofa - the DS 600 in chocolate + supersoft leather. Originally designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt. A Sofa...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in luxurious 100% alpaca. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping worldwid...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Alpaca

1960s Long Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Tuxedo Sofa in Style of Paul McCobb
1960s Long Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Tuxedo Sofa in Style of Paul McCobb

1960s Long Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Tuxedo Sofa in Style of Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Elkton, MD

A stunning oversized tuxedo sofa featuring original Jack Lenor Larsen polychrome velvet upholstery with a bold repeating geometric motif. Designed in the Paul McCobb style, this mid-...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

American Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A birch and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 31” H x 78.5” W x 33” D Seat Height: 20”

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Two Seater Togo Sofa in White Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
Two Seater Togo Sofa in White Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

Two Seater Togo Sofa in White Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

By Ligne Roset

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic French two seater Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic togo sofa is now a design classic. This sofa comes in ...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

James Mont Style Sofa
James Mont Style Sofa

James Mont Style Sofa

By James Mont

Located in Hanover, MA

Theatrical 1950's Hollywood Regency sofa in the Orientalist modern taste with sculpted greek key arms, shaped back cushions, black lacquered wood trim and Asian style upswept armrest...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Rare Environ Tre Sculptural Sofa by Edoardo Landi, Gruppo N, Nikol, Italy 1971
Rare Environ Tre Sculptural Sofa by Edoardo Landi, Gruppo N, Nikol, Italy 1971

Rare Environ Tre Sculptural Sofa by Edoardo Landi, Gruppo N, Nikol, Italy 1971

By Edoardo Landi, Ennio Chiggio

Located in Den Haag, NL

Rare Sculptural sofa by Edoardo Landi for Nikol Internazionale, Italy 1971 With this sofa you not only get comfort in your home, but also a great work of Art. The sofa creates a shell-like environment that cocoons the sitter. With your own imagination, the sofa can be set up in different ways. This sofa would look beautiful in a Mohair or bouclé Fabric Each sofa is 230 cm in length, 100cm width, the hight is 60cm, seat height 35cm. When setup like a corner 230cmx330cm Born in Modena in 1937, Italy, Landi studied architecture in Venice and attends the School of Industrial Design in Venice between 1962 and 1964. In 1959, he founds Group N with Alberto Biasi, Manfredo Massironi, Toni Costa and Ennio Chiggio. Landi’s work is based on the use of geometric shapes with programmed inclinations or separations, through which he manages changes in the viewer's perception. The artist develops retinal fatigue and optical illusions in some of his works, causing a closer relationship between the viewer and the work. In 1963, he participates with Grupo N at the IV Biennale Internazionale d'Arte di San Marino, where they receive their first prize. Since 1968, his works have been present in international exhibitions in Rome, Oslo, Tokyo, Budapest, Bologna, Paris, Milan and other cities. Since 1971 he has been interested in graphic design and the use of Industrial objects in interior design. Often this sofa is sold as an Ennio Chiggio sofa but is not from his hand, however the sofa was produced by Nikol wich Chiggio also designed for. They were also both a member of the art movement Gruppo N...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Mid-Century Folding Sofa or Daybed, 1960's
Mid-Century Folding Sofa or Daybed, 1960's

Mid-Century Folding Sofa or Daybed, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

Mid-century folding sofa or daybed, 1960's. Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood Original condition.

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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Michel Ducaroy ‘Kashima’ 2-Seater Sofa for Ligne Roset, France 1970s
Michel Ducaroy ‘Kashima’ 2-Seater Sofa for Ligne Roset, France 1970s

Michel Ducaroy ‘Kashima’ 2-Seater Sofa for Ligne Roset, France 1970s

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Rare Kashima 2-seater sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1970s. This iconic model is known for its sculptural low profile, fully upholstered form and deep tufted ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Foam

Giovanni Offredi Leather Sofa by Saporiti Italia, Curved Design, 1970s
Giovanni Offredi Leather Sofa by Saporiti Italia, Curved Design, 1970s

Giovanni Offredi Leather Sofa by Saporiti Italia, Curved Design, 1970s

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This leather sofa comes in very good condition. The black leather is soft and supple and shows hardly any signs of wear. There are 2 dents in the leather on the back of the sofa, but...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Grey
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Grey

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Grey

By Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 5 (1x small,1x medium,1x large, 1x corner, 2x ottoman, 2x ottoman classic, 3x armrest): L230-280cm & 220cm / P96...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Wool

Grande Divano Curvo Boomerang Sofa, After Gio Ponti, C. 1950
Grande Divano Curvo Boomerang Sofa, After Gio Ponti, C. 1950

Grande Divano Curvo Boomerang Sofa, After Gio Ponti, C. 1950

By Gio Ponti

Located in Culver City, CA

This has to be one of the most beautiful sofas our gallery has ever had. This piece is early Italian1950's. Similar to pieces by Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi and Vladimir Kagan this large curved sofa features walnut legs and has been reupholstered in a fine, white, Belgian boucle. The boomerang-shaped sofa is a true masterpiece that embodies the essence of Italian design. Italian modern design is known for its clean lines, bold shapes, and exquisite attention to detail, making them timeless pieces of art that have stood the test of time. This particular sofa, is a stunning piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The unique boomerang shape of the sofa is both stylish and practical, as it offers a comfortable seating experience while also being a visually striking addition to any room. The sofa is upholstered in a white Belgian boucle fabric, which adds to its luxurious appeal and complements its sleek design. This boomerang shaped sofa measures 90" long on the longer side, and 75" long on the shorter side. This gorgeous sofa could fit into a corner, but hiding those 9 splayed cone legs, and curved back lines wouldn't quite do this sofa justice. This vintage Italian piece is constructed with the highest level of quality. This sofa in particular has 8 way hand tied springs, the seating cushion has springs, the stuffing all horsehair and the upholstery was a worn mohair. We have remarkable photos documenting sofa before and during restoration. While Gio Ponti is regarded as one of the most significant Italian designers; his contemporaries, such as Achille Castiglioni, Vico Magistretti, and Ettore Sottsass, also contributed to the world of Italian design. Castiglioni, for instance, was known for his playful and functional designs, while Magistretti was renowned for his minimalist aesthetic. Sottsass, on the other hand, was a pioneer of the Memphis Group, which was known for its bold and colorful designs. We currently have this sofa in the gallery alongside a pair of Jean Royere chairs...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outdoor Sofa by Cassina
Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outdoor Sofa by Cassina

Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outdoor Sofa by Cassina

By Cassina, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sofa designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Inspired by the spirit of 1950s seaside resorts, Sail Out is an outdoor modular...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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